18th C Indo-Persian Pesh Kabz
Narrow re-curved blade with 'T' section spine and armour piercing tip. Likely wootz, though surface grey and with shallow pitting. Ivory grip scales with age cracks and excellent mellow patina. Later green suede covered scabbard.
NB: ivory export restrictions (L34cm)

PROVENANCE:
From the collection of the late George Fennell

Estimate $600-900